Security Software Engineer: Detection Platform (Insider Risk)

Anthropic is seeking a Security Software Engineer to join their Detection Platform Engineering team, focusing on Insider Risk tooling. This role combines investigative skills with detection engineering expertise to build and maintain systems that proactively identify and respond to potential insider risk incidents. The position offers a competitive salary range of $320,000 to $405,000 USD and is based in San Francisco with a hybrid work arrangement.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of software engineering experience with a security focus, particularly in anomaly detection and insider threat analysis. You'll be responsible for developing detection rules, implementing DLP controls, and working closely with investigators to analyze suspicious activities. Strong technical proficiency in security tools like SIEM, EDR, and SOAR technologies is essential, as is the ability to communicate complex security issues effectively to various stakeholders.

Anthropic's mission centers on creating reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems that are safe and beneficial for society. As a public benefit corporation, they offer an attractive benefits package including competitive compensation, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, and flexible working hours. The company maintains a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and team members work together on large-scale research efforts.

The role requires at least 25% in-office presence and offers visa sponsorship opportunities. The company emphasizes the importance of diversity and encourages applications from candidates who might not meet every qualification. Working at Anthropic means joining a cohesive team focused on advancing long-term goals of steerable, trustworthy AI through empirical research approaches similar to physics and biology.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI safety and security while working with a talented team in a well-resourced environment. The role combines technical security engineering with strategic thinking about insider risk, making it ideal for someone who wants to make a significant impact in both AI safety and security domains.